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Indiana’s Child Restraint Law

Last Modified: January 01, 2014

Safety & Prevention, Women & Children

Know the rules before heading out on the road.

  • Children under age 8 must be in child restraints that meet current federal safety standards.
  • Children from age 8 to 16 must use a child restraint or vehicle safety belt.
  • This law applies to all seating positions in all vehicles.
  • Anyone who drives children is responsible for their being properly restrained.
  • If children are not properly buckled up, the driver can be fined $25.

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